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w8liftinglady Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Fri Nov-05-10 08:13 AM
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well,I just dropped my son off at the airport...for Afghanistan
My other two boys cried.I will be strong...and committed..and sober.
Thanks for being there for me.
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babylonsister Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Fri Nov-05-10 08:14 AM
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1. Hey, lady...
:hug: We're here for you! :hug::hug:
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unhappycamper Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Fri Nov-05-10 08:15 AM
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2. Be strong w8liftinglady!
:hug:
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Lasher Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Fri Nov-05-10 08:15 AM
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3. That must have been tough.
Did you ever figure out the thing about Medicare eligibility?

Lasher
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givemebackmycountry Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Fri Nov-05-10 08:15 AM
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4. w8liftinglady
Best to you - I wish your son a speedy tour of duty and may he return safe back to you for a lifetime of these...

:hug: :hug: :hug:
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sufrommich Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Fri Nov-05-10 08:18 AM
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5. Send him lots of boxes of goodies over there. If you need some
help with that, please let me know.
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pinboy3niner Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Fri Nov-05-10 08:23 AM
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6. I hope he's home safe in no time
Hang in there, Beth. :hug:

Love & Peace,
pinboy3niner
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blue sky at night Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Fri Nov-05-10 08:23 AM
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7. I would be very proud of a son that serves....
Edited on Fri Nov-05-10 08:24 AM by blue sky at night
a country that has so many backward reasons for doing what they do... I have to wonder if the whole war thing wasn't a setup. Regardless, I would be very proud. We are pulling for you w8liftinglady!
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Cid_B Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Fri Nov-05-10 08:29 AM
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8. It sucks...
... but it has its moments.. its exciting.. but oh is it boring...

Wish him luck...
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spanone Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Fri Nov-05-10 08:30 AM
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9. that would be one tough thing to do...my heart is with you.
:patriot:
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w8liftinglady Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Fri Nov-05-10 08:55 AM
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10. thank you,friends.A single tear ran down my cheek.
I am cleansing myself by printing here...bear with me,today.I am pissed.
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malaise Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Fri Nov-05-10 09:06 AM
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11. That must have been tough
:grouphug:
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ScreamingMeemie Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Fri Nov-05-10 09:08 AM
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12. I will keep you in my thoughts.
:(

I know Texas is a big state, and I'm not sure if you live anywhere nearby me (N. Houston) but let me know if there is anything you need.
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handmade34 Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Fri Nov-05-10 09:08 AM
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13. stay strong, but take care of yourself...
:hug:
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EnlightenedOne Donating Member (452 posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Fri Nov-05-10 09:09 AM
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14. I really feel for you
My nephew is due home from Iraq Nov. 18 for 2 weeks R & R. I already have butterflies in my stomach just thinking about how exciting it will be for him to be home. But then, we have to go through the devasation of having to say goodbye again. Write as often as possible and send care packages. God bless all of them.
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Name removed Donating Member (0 posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Fri Nov-05-10 09:12 AM
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15. Deleted message
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Dappleganger Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Fri Nov-05-10 09:15 AM
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16. Adding to the pain
your post is NOT helpful at all. She did not drop off a child, she dropped off an adult who made their own decisions. If you don't agree at least just stfu.
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Fire1 Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Fri Nov-05-10 09:16 AM
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18. Ditto! n/t
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sufrommich Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Fri Nov-05-10 09:17 AM
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19. Jesus, how hard would it have been to just stay out of the
damn thread!
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w8liftinglady Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Fri Nov-05-10 09:17 AM
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20. yeah,thanks.you must not have read many of my posts.
read my journal sometime...study PTSD...study all the jobs available for the troops when they return...they can't even feed their fucking families.A contractor offers them enough to pay the rent and utilities,send their kids to college...hell,pay rent for their wives and kids...why the hell do you think these guys go over there?
Your post is unfair,at best.
Thanks for the fucking guilt trip.
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Name removed Donating Member (0 posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Fri Nov-05-10 09:25 AM
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Binka Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Fri Nov-05-10 05:33 PM
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33. Good Vibes Beth
:hug:
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Hoosier Donating Member (199 posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Fri Nov-05-10 09:30 AM
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23. apparently you lack empathy and any basic social skills
in short -- you're an ass
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sufrommich Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Fri Nov-05-10 09:32 AM
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24. That sums it up quite nicely. nt
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WillyT Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Fri Nov-05-10 05:36 PM
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36. Did They Get Permanently Tombstoned ???
Because they should do it.

:mad:
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Dappleganger Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Fri Nov-05-10 09:16 AM
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17. I am so sorry.
Positive vibes and best wishes for his safety and your nerves coming your way.
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OneGrassRoot Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Fri Nov-05-10 09:18 AM
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21. Holding hands from afar......
and an endless supply of hugs for support!!!


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Poll_Blind Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Fri Nov-05-10 10:03 AM
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25. I am sending good vibes to you and your sons, W8liftinglady!!!
:hug:

PB
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Sheepshank Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Fri Nov-05-10 10:07 AM
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26. Lump in throat.
sorry, don't know what else to say.

Be safe.
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w8liftinglady Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Fri Nov-05-10 01:59 PM
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27. thanks,again..everyone.One day at a time.
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w8liftinglady Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Fri Nov-05-10 05:17 PM
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28. I picked my baby(14) up from school..he's still teary..we're going to see "Megamind"
Thanks,again.Shitty day.You all helped.
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joeybee12 Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Fri Nov-05-10 05:18 PM
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29. Good thoughts and vibes for you and him and all your family!
:grouphug:
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Parker CA Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Fri Nov-05-10 05:19 PM
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30. Stay strong and sober and lean on DU when you need. Safe wishes for your son!!
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Solly Mack Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Fri Nov-05-10 05:20 PM
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31. You're both in my thoughts.
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renate Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Fri Nov-05-10 05:31 PM
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32. oh how absolutely exhausted you must be
Emotional stress wears a person out physically too. It's been a tough week for you. :hug:

We're all thinking of you. :grouphug: What you're going through is so difficult, so incredibly difficult... I'm sorry. I hope the movie took your mind off the icky real world for a while.

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Mimosa Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Fri Nov-05-10 05:35 PM
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34. Praying for you and your family, w8liftinglady
He'll come home safe and sound. *hug*
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WillyT Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Fri Nov-05-10 05:35 PM
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35. Hugs And Positive Vibes For You, Lady !!!
(((((((:grouphug:)))))))

:hi:
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Naturyl Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Fri Nov-05-10 05:37 PM
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37. Mmmm, so sorry.
no reason he should be going. Hope he stays safe.
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AsahinaKimi Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Fri Nov-05-10 05:38 PM
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38. hugs..
:hug:
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PufPuf23 Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Fri Nov-05-10 05:39 PM
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39. Sorry your son, you, and family are at risk in this ideological war. nt
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ljm2002 Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Fri Nov-05-10 05:41 PM
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40. I'm sure that was hard...
...in fact I can't imagine how you felt.

Good for you for staying strong and congratulations on staying sober. It's a struggle sometimes but well worth it.

Prayers for your son's safe and early return.
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progressoid Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Fri Nov-05-10 05:47 PM
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41. Hang in there.
My nephew is there too. This is tough, but you have lots of support here. :grouphug:
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political_Dem Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Fri Nov-05-10 05:52 PM
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42.  I send best wishes for your family.
Please continue to be strong. I hope your son will stay safe and that he will return to your family soon.

Take good care. :hug:
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pacalo Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Fri Nov-05-10 08:31 PM
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43. You deserve the support & affection.
Please pass everyone's good wishes to your son when you communicate with him.

:hi:
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we can do it Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Fri Nov-05-10 09:34 PM
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44. Hang In There
We'll be here if you need to talk
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donheld Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Fri Nov-05-10 11:59 PM
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45. My thoughts are with you all.
:grouphug:
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mrs_p Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Sat Nov-06-10 12:06 AM
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46. ditto what others have said
i'm thinking of your entire family...
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NuclearDem Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Sat Nov-06-10 12:08 AM
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47. You can do it
Stay strong...I just got back from Afghanistan myself a couple months ago. Just let him know you're always thinking about him. It helps immeasurably
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proteus_lives Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Sat Nov-06-10 12:25 AM
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48. Hopes and vibes for his safe return.
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